Driver pay

[ruok2]

I am talking to an owner-operator about being a team driver on one of his trucks. I was wondering what the fair and current rate of pay is for this situation. I will be part of a team driving a straight truck (22 ft.). Although I have 2 years experience driving I have never been OTR. All help and advice will be welcomed.

 

[jaminjim]

Normally, there is not enough income to support three households, that is why most of the better fleet owners only hire same household teams.

 

[x06col]

However, there has been some typing about making a million in this business, also. And, some have.

 

[ruok2]

Thanks for the reply but what kind of compensation package is the industry offering now? Paid per mile, per load, percent of what truck earns???

 

[JohnO]

I know of drivers drivng D units getting the following

40% split between team drivers not paying repairs, tolls or fuel

60% to 65% split between team drivers paying fuel plus 100% of Fuel surcharge not paying tolls or repairs

75% split between team drivers paying fuel with no fuel surcharge not paying tolls or repairs

Each rate is negotiable and don't forget to get a signed contract protecting your interest

Strongly recommend you check archives for posts on contracts and rates. Will take some time but the results can save your a bundle of headaches

 

[nightcreacher]

when I had my fleet,i paid drivers 20% each,and gave then 20% more for the fuel for truck.if here was a fuel surcharge,the truck got the charge,at the end of the week,after drivers drew their pay,the money left from the trucks 20% was there bonus.